Kate Raftery’s River Lane Beautification

Join Michael Lambert, City of Geneva Historic Preservation Planner, as he describes Kate Raftery's transformation of River Lane from shanties to summer homes. Please register for either in-person limited seating…

Architecture of The Little Traveler

The Little Traveler 404 South Third Street, Geneva

How did The Little Traveler grow from a stately 1867 Italianate home to the 36-room sprawling shop that it is today? The Geneva History Museum will take you through the…

Architecture of The Little Traveler

The Little Traveler 404 South Third Street, Geneva

How did The Little Traveler grow from a stately 1867 Italianate home to the 36-room sprawling shop that it is today? The Geneva History Museum will take you through the…

Swedish Days Walking Tours

Join us during Geneva's Swedish Days Festival for a guided walking tour of historic Geneva.  Registration is required and limited for each time slot and includes admission to the museum…

Who Was William Moulis?

Learn about visual artist William Moulis, who helped create The Little Traveler's aesthetic, while making a name for himself as an artist, throughout the mid-20th century. Presented by the Geneva…

BBQ Fundraiser – September 22, 2022

Geneva Golf Club 831 South Street, Geneva, United States

Eat, Drink & Be Giving! 6-9 PM, Thursday, September 22, 2022 Geneva Golf Club, 831 South Street We have a lot to celebrate... Join us for our annual BBQ Fundraiser…

The Little Traveler After Kate

A detailed look at the different owners who took over The Little Traveler after its founder, Kate Raftery passed away in 1953. Presented by Geneva History Museum Executive Director, Terry…

Oak Hill Cemetery Walk

Oak Hill Cemetery Route 25, Geneva, IL, United States

Explore Geneva's east side cemetery on Route 25. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of those who are buried here including Kate Raftery, founder of The Little…

West Side Cemetery Walk

WestSide Cemetery 301 Stevens Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Explore Geneva's oldest cemetery on Stevens Street. Learn the meanings of markings on tombstones and stories of those who are buried here including the Herrington family and Augustus Conant, founder of…